![Image](/site/images/board/ASATrustees2024.jpg)
Second row: Wade Shafer, Brandi Karisch, Troy Marple, Loren Trauernicht, Matt Aggen, Victor Guerra, Ryan Thorson, Mark Smith, Scott Trennepohl, Greg Burden, Greg Walthall, and Maureen Mai.
Executive Committee
Board of Trustees
![Chris Ivie (2027)](https://www.simmcloud.org/images/board/Chris Ivie.jpg)
iviejc@usit.net
P.O. Box 264
Summertown, TN 38483
931.215.0316
![Scott Trennepohl (2026)](https://www.simmcloud.org/images/board/Trennepohl%20Photo.jpg)
sttrennepohl@yahoo.com
6591 W 625 N
Middletown, IN 47356
765.620.1700
![Chad Cook (2027)](https://www.simmcloud.org/images/board/Chad Cook.jpg)
bridlebitsimm@gmail.com
PO Box 174
Walsh, CO 81090
719.529.0564
![Victor Guerra (2027)](/site/images/board/Victor%20Guerra.jpg)
vgg03@aol.com
P.O. Box 92
Linn, TX 78563
956.607.5515
![Ryan Thorson (2025)](https://www.simmcloud.org/images/board/Western Region_Ryan Thorson_smaller.jpg)
ryanthorson7@gmail.com
207 3rd ST
Glendive, MT 59330
406.694.3722
![Wade Shafer, PhD](https://www.simmcloud.org/images/board/wade.jpg)
wshafer@simmgene.com
406.587.4531
- Our Vision
- Core Policies
- Rules & Bylaws Annual Report, Meeting Minutes
- Meeting Minutes
- Trustee Application Form
Our Vision
Core Policies
ScienceCommitment to science and development of the most effective selection tools. Advance ASA in the industry.
MembershipDevelopment, registration, and promotion of SimGenetics.YouthSupport Junior programs. Guide the junior members and their programs to learn life skills, science and use the technology, and financial responsibilities. Involve the Foundation.CollaborationCommitment to partnerships with industry leaders and universities to advance research and science. Advancing selection tools, DNA-enhanced EPD, and monitoring genetic defects.PromotionPromotion and marketing to enhance our members' market share. Ensure that SimGenetics continues to appeal to the commercial industry. |
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Data GrowthOffer the most advanced genetic evaluation services with the largest genetic evaluation services with the largest database regardless of breed.
Financial StabilityASA will maintain sufficient financial reserves to assure leadership in the beef industry, funds for continued research and development, and a thriving breed association.
ServicesOffer programs relating to all beef production segments. Be leaders. Step outside traditional practices and offer opportunities for our members to grow in the industry.
EducationFor advancement and profit of our members and their customers. |
Meeting Minutes
2024
Jan. 2 Jan. 3 Feb. 13 Feb. 29 April 1
2023
Jan. 23-24
Annual Committee Reports
Feb. 21 | Mar. 28 | April 24-27 | July 18 | August 27-29 | November 28
2022
Jan. 4 - 6 | Feb. 21 | April 12-14 | June 21
2021
Jan 28-29 | March 15 | April 22-24 | June 21 | August 26- September 2, 2021
2020
Jan 16-18 | February 26 | April 26 | May 15 | June 20 | July 6
Board of Trustees
Eastern Region
![Doug Parke (2024)](https://www.simmcloud.org/images/board/Doug Park.jpg)
153 Bourbon Hills Dr.
Paris, KY 40361.
859.421.6100.
office@dpsalesllc.com
![Chris Ivie (2027)](https://www.simmcloud.org/images/board/Chris Ivie.jpg)
P.O. Box 264
Summertown, TN 38483
931.215.0316
iviejc@usit.net
![Mark Smith (2027)](https://www.simmcloud.org/images/board/mark_smith.jpg)
304 Moeller Rd
Picayune, MS 39466
601-310-6695
smith5785@bellsouth.net
![Brandi Karisch](https://www.simmcloud.org/images/board/Karisch.jpg)
648 Polly Bell RD
Starkville, MS 39759
225.717.3324
mbkcattle@gmail.com
![Scott Trennepohl](https://www.simmcloud.org/images/board/Trennepohl Photo.jpg)
6591 W 625 N
Middletown, IN 47356
765.620.1700
sttrennepohl@yahoo.com
North Central Region
![Tim Clark](https://www.simmcloud.org/images/board/Tim Clark.jpg)
1999 18th ST NW
Turtle Lake, ND 58575
701.799.7752
Tim.Clark@hubbardfeeds.com
![Chris Ivie (2024)](https://www.simmcloud.org/images/board/North Central_Loren Trauenicht_sm.jpg)
901 E. Pine Road
Wymore, NE 68466
402.230.0812
mtrauernicht@diodecom.net
![Matt Aggen (2026)](https://www.simmcloud.org/images/board/Aggen Photo.jpg)
27133 146th Street
Harmony, MN 55939
701.866.3544
mattaggen@hotmail.com
9450 Michaels RD
Westmoreland, KS 66549
785.250.0522
troy.j.marple@gmail.com
South Central Region
![Victor Guerra (2027)](https://www.simmcloud.org/images/board/Victor Guerra.jpg)
P.O. Box 92
Linn, TX 78563
956.607.5515
vgg03@aol.com
![Joseph Hensgens(2025)](https://www.simmcloud.org/images/board/South Central_Joseph Hensgens_sm.png)
136 Deer Park LN
Rayne, LA 70578
985‐992‐9119
joehensgens@yahoo.com
![Greg Burden (2026)](https://www.simmcloud.org/images/board/Greg Burden.jpg)
890 VZ CR 2205
Canton, TX 75103
405.780.0372
greg.gbcattle@gmail.com
![Greg Walthall](https://www.simmcloud.org/images/board/Greg Walthall 2018.jpg)
1051 NE 500 Rd
Windsor, MO 65360
660.525.9921
gregwalthall@gmail.com
Western Region
![Chad Cook (2027)](https://www.simmcloud.org/images/board/Chad Cook.jpg)
P.O. Box 174
Walsh, CO 8109
719.529.0564
bridlebitsimm@gmail.com
![Ryan Thorson (2025)](https://www.simmcloud.org/images/board/Western Region_Ryan Thorson_sm.jpg)
207 3rd Street
Glendive, MT 59330
406.694.3722
ryanthorson7@gmail.com
![Maureen Mai (2025)](https://www.simmcloud.org/images/board/Western Region_Maureen Mai_sm.jpg)
427 Peaceful Way
Bonners Ferry, ID 83805
208.660.2726
rymocattle@gmail.com
![Quin LaFollette (2026)](https://www.simmcloud.org/images/board/LaFollette.jpg)
1476 HWY 14A
Powell, WY 82435
307.899.3553
Quin@Blacksummitcattle.com
ASA BoardCommittees
Activities & Events - Luke Bowman, Staff
Committee Chairman: Greg Burden
Matt Aggen
Victor Guerra
Brandi Karisch
Quin LaFollette
Doug Parke
Scott Trennepohl
Greg Walthall
Chris Ivie
Breed Improvement - Jackie Atkins, Staff
Tim Clark
Chad Cook
Joseph Hensgens
Maureen Mai
Troy Marple
Mark Smith
Loren Trauernicht
Chris Ivie
Growth & Development - Chip Kemp, Staff
Matt Aggen
Tim Clark
Joseph Hensgens
Brandi Karisch
Maureen Mai
Ryan Thorson
Loren Trauernicht
Chris Ivie
Policies & Procedures - Sheldon Ross, Staff
Greg Burden
Victor Guerra
Quin LaFollette
Troy Marple
Doug Parke
Mark Smith
Greg Walthall
Chris Ivie
Simbrah - Luke Bowman, Staff
Greg Burden
Joseph Hensgens
Brandi Karisch
Doug Parke
Mark Smith
Greg Walthall
Chris Ivie
ASA Publication, Inc. Board
Board Chairman: Victor Guerra
Vice-Chairman: Chad Cook
Ryan Thorson
Scott Trennepohl
Chris Ivie
EVP Wade Shafer
Foundation Board - Linda Kesler, Wade Shafer, Mia Bayer, Staff
Note: All terms expire on 12-31.
Board Chairman: Chris Ivie
Vice-Chairman: Tim Clark
Chad Cook
Ryan Thorson
Doug Parke
EVP Wade Shafer
Nominating Committee -Luke Bowman, Staff
Matt Aggen
Maureen Mai
Mark Smith
Greg Walthall
Chris Ivie
Assets/Finance - Linda Kesler, Staff
Greg Burden
Chad Cook
Troy Marple
Chris Ivie